R&D Scientist III

KCNSC - Materials (SEL-M) is seeking an R&D Scientist with a background in Organic Chemistry for our Polymer and Organic Group. This role will provide support and leadership to perform a variety of advanced chemical tests, processes, and procedures to support production and research and development.

• Lead and participate in studies that may include designing, synthesizing, characterizing, and developing materials of interest to defense research and development.
• Use working knowledge of novel manufacturing techniques, including but not limited to flow chemistry, continuous or batch synthesis.
• Leverage their understanding of chemistry, materials science, and analytical testing techniques to provide support on production related issues; working with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Lead teams of researchers to identify problems and solutions, draft test plans, obtain funding, and execute work in alignment with the companys commitments and strategic objectives.
• Enhance the capabilities of an ongoing research and development program, within a multi-disciplinary organization dedicated to advanced materials studies by leveraging an in-depth understanding of materials science.
• Needs to have a strong customer-service focus and the ability to communicate effectively with customers who have limited knowledge of chemistry or materials science.
• Have a willingness to work either as an independent investigator or as a member of a multi-disciplinary cross-functional team, depending on the nature of the situation.
• The ability to generate accurate and precise analytical data, interpret data, prepare formal reports and make formal presentations of results, conclusions and recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure adherence to requirements.

* THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE*

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Physics, or equivalent and 4 years of experience.

• Experience with various materials synthesis, processing, and characterization techniques. These include familiarity with wet chemistry, bench chemistry, analytical testing methods (HPLC, IR, etc.).
• Experience in a production support role
• Experience in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision on all job responsibilities
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and responsibilities concurrently
• Ability to generate accurate and precise analytical data that may be used in formal reports or presentations or for quality acceptance of components utilized in national defense
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• All employees must work in a safe manner in accordance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Program
• Masters Degree (M.S.) or Doctorate (PhD) in Organic Chemistry or equivalent from an accredited institution

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